Venues for Simple Marriages

When choosing a location for your simple paperwork-only or elopement marriage ceremony in Hobart, you don’t need permits or special bookings as these are not traditional wedding ceremonies. Here are our recommended spots for a quick, meaningful marriage service.

Cafes Suitable for Elopements

  1. Summer Kitchen Bakery - Ranelagh, TAS
    A cosy and charming venue with a warm atmosphere, perfect for intimate ceremonies.

  2. Pigeon Whole Bakers - Hobart, TAS
    A popular artisan bakery and café with a stylish vibe.

  3. Machine Laundry Café - Salamanca Square, Hobart, TAS
    A quirky and vibrant spot with indoor and outdoor seating.

  4. Jackman & McRoss - Battery Point, TAS
    A quaint bakery café offering a historic and charming setting.

  5. Room for a Pony - North Hobart, TAS
    A trendy café with a modern, open-air feel.

  6. The Picnic Basket - Taroona, TAS
    A relaxed and scenic location, ideal for smaller gatherings.

Public Free Venues for Elopements

  1. Salamanca Place - Hobart, TAS
    The iconic cobblestone streets provide a historic and picturesque backdrop.

  2. Constitution Dock - Hobart, TAS
    A waterfront location with stunning views of the harbour.

  3. St David’s Park - Hobart, TAS
    A historic and peaceful park with sandstone walls and lush greenery, perfect for intimate ceremonies.

  4. Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens - Hobart, TAS
    A serene and beautifully landscaped garden ideal for private elopements.

  5. Long Beach Reserve - Sandy Bay, TAS
    A scenic beachside spot with open spaces and water views.

  6. Cascade Gardens - South Hobart, TAS
    A tranquil garden setting with a flowing creek and beautiful trees.

  7. Franklin Square - Hobart, TAS
    A central city park with a historic fountain and plenty of charm.

  8. Knopwood Hill Reserve - Rosny, TAS
    Offers expansive views of Hobart, perfect for an outdoor ceremony.

Each venue or café has its unique charm, so it’s worth visiting these locations to choose the one that best suits your vision for the day.

Note: These venues are suggestions only. No bookings or permits are required as these are simple marriage services, not traditional wedding ceremonies. However, for café venues, we recommend making a standard table booking for the number of people attending.

For any venue you choose, please be respectful of other people using the space and be aware that public spaces cannot be reserved exclusively for your ceremony.